Lupita Amondi Nyong’o is a Kenyan-Mexican actress who won an Academy Award for her film debut in 12 Years a Slave.

Lupita Amondi Nyong’o was brought into the world on March 1, 1983, in Mexico City, Mexico, and was raised in Kenya.

Nyong’o holds dual Kenyan and Mexican citizenship and is identified as Kenyan-Mexican.

She is the second of six children. Her father is a former Minister for Medical Services in the Kenyan government.

Nyong’o made her first appearance on British Vogue’s February 2020 cover. In March 2020, she appeared on Africa’s “50 Most Powerful Women” list by Forbes.

Lupita Nyong’o Height

Lupita is not very tall but has a height that can be described as average. She measures approximately 5 feet 4 inches.

Lupita Nyong’o Parents

Lupita is the daughter of Kenyan college professor Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o and his wife Dorothy Ogada Buyu, Nyong’o.

Lupita Nyong’o Husband

The actress as of now is not married. She has been silent on whom she is going out with as well.

Lupita Nyong’o Movies And TV Shows

Lupita has made appearances in a tall list of highly-rated movies. Popular among her film works are; Black Panther, 12 Years a Slave, Us, Non-Stop, and Queen of Katwe.

Lupita Nyong’o Awards

Awards won by the humour-driven actress include;

1. Best Supporting Actress – International – 12 Years A Slave
2. Best Actress – 12 Years A Slave
3. Outstanding Actress – Us
4. Best Breakthrough Performance – 12 Years A Slave

Lupita Nyong’o Net Worth

For her career, she has some wealth to show. She holds an estimated net worth of $10 million.